Category: Concert Reviews

Lamb of God • Mastodon • Kerry King • Malevolence • August 27, 2024 • The Great Saltair

Reviewed and Photographed by Colton Kresser

Lamb of God and Mastodon embarked on their North American co-headliner, stopping at the Great Saltair in Salt Lake City on 8/27/24 to celebrate not only the release of both their albums (Ashes of The Wake – Lamb of God) – (Leviathan _ Mastodon) that were put out on the exact same day 20 years ago but that both bands are still taking the stage and giving it their all every single night just like they have for the past 20 years. 

Alex G • Julie • Cannibal Queen • August 21, 2024 • Gallivan Center

Reviewed and Photographed by Amelia Weyerstall

Under the SLC skyline in the heart of the city sits the Gallivan Center, the venue for the SLC Twilight Concert Series. Alex G was the headliner with Julie and Cannibal Queen as openers for the end-of-season sold-out show. This cozy venue nestled downtown felt so welcoming and warm, everyone was ecstatic to be there. While walking into the venue, people all around were scouting out for their perfect spot to see the stage. Some climbed to sit atop the bridge surrounded by grass, others sat on barricades and railings in between VIP and GA.

The Marias • Automatic • Homephone • August 16, 2024 • Gallivan Center

Reviewed and Photographed by Mark Daluz

For everyone living in Salt Lake City, we all are aware of how hot this summer has been but one event truly sizzled: SLC Twilight. My first ever show for UCR was for Rina Sawayama, capping off last year’s remarkable summer lineup. This year’s lineup was nothing short of incredible, with performances from Laufey, Watchouse, Jungle, and The Marias. The plethora of talent made for an unforgettable summer. I was thrilled to cover The Marias capping off this summer’s SLC Twilight Concert Series.

Stray Cats • The Midnight Cowgirls • August 5, 2024 • Red Butte Garden Amphitheater

Reviewed and Photographed by Kevin Rolfe

On a warm summer evening, the setting of the Red Butte Garden Amphitheater was electrified by a night of Rockabilly and Country music. Stray Cats took the stage with support from The Midnight Cowgirls. The natural beauty of the amphitheater, nestled against the foothills with its lush gardens and panoramic views, provided a unique contrast to the high-energy performances that followed.

Hobo Johnson & The Lovemakers • Remo Drive • So Much Light • August 8, 2024 • The Depot

Reviewed and Photographed by Kaden Severn

A line down the sidewalk outside of The Depot on a Thursday night can only mean one thing, another concert in town! Hobo Johnson and the Lovemakers stopped by Salt Lake City on the back half of their US tour. Shortly after doors opened artist So Much Light took the stage to warm up the venue as concertgoers filled into the Depot. With a modern-day funk sound, armed with only a guitar and a mixer board, So Much Light had everyone engaged bobbing their heads to his music. He had a smooth voice and the music he played made everyone want to dance. Seemed like a blend of indie-rock and dance music.